Vehicle Accessory Product Development Manager at Ford Global Career Site

Irvine, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Project Management, CAD, BOM, Market Research, Competitor Analysis, GD&T, Mechanical Engineering, Leadership, Product Development, Automotive Design, Surface Development, Feasibility Assessment, Innovation, Collaboration, Safety Regulations, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Lead and manage a team of engineers in the development of vehicle accessories at component level and system level Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including suppliers, design studio, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing, to ensure seamless product development and launch. Define project scope, timelines, and budgets, ensuring on-time delivery and cost efficiency. Own CAD and BOM for systems and components, deliver system and component design including surface development, structures, datum strategy, attachments, and GD&T Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities for innovation. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements. Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team. B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field 8+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the OEM or vehicle accessory Tier 1 for exterior, interior accessory developments 8+ years of experience utilizing CAD (3DX, Catia, NX, ICEMSURF, or Alias) collaboratively, 3DX and CATIA preferred 5+ years of experience in exterior systems design, development, release for one of more exterior systems, including trims, glazing, wiper/washer, front end module, structures, etc. 5+ years of experience in working on automotive Class A surface accessory, exterior or interior system feasibility assessment and development, vehicle layout/package Proof of record of development and launch experience for vehicle system and accessories, e.g. roof applications, bed applications, trailer hitch applications Proven leadership experience with a track record of successfully managing complex projects. Strong familiarity with legislative requirements affecting the design feasibility Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, with preferred to have experience designing mechanisms, electromechanical components Strong understanding of differences in design and engineering based on production volume and functional and cosmetic features Strong understanding of GD&T, craftsmanship and CMF and how design execution would be affected Hands-on experience in building and launching automotive products As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP4 Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of engineers in the development of vehicle accessories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.